Medical Assistant

Job Title

Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting at our AFC Urgent Care Stamford location. This role supports a fast-paced clinical environment and works directly with a franchised business location. Specific duties and benefits may vary by location.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vital signs, medical history, and reason for visit; prepare patients for examination
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients
• Ensure all ordered tests are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Administer medications and treatments according to approved protocols
• Perform venipuncture and prepare specimens for reference lab and/or in-house processing
• Conduct laboratory testing, quality controls, and equipment maintenance per written procedures
• Respond to lab messages and patient call-back requests
• Perform drug screening procedures in compliance with established regulations
• Administer and document immunizations according to approved protocols
• Coordinate physician referrals and obtain service pre-certifications as needed
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants are preferred.

Company Overview

American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). Compensation: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., AFC's stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient.

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.